In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada’s largest research and technology organization.

We are looking for a In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer to support NRC’s Advanced Electronics and Photonics (AEP) Research Centre. The In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer is a member of a team of engineering Technologists who work autonomously reporting directly to the Technical Supervisor, AEP Research Center. The In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer is responsible for providing specialized technical support services in the design, planning, conduct and analysis of complex experiments, and facilities operation in a clean room environment (ISO 5, 6). This position also provides asset management services, proactive and preventative maintenance on a suite of sophisticated Semiconductor Manufacturing and Photonic Fabrication Equipment.

Screening Criteria

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the education and experience factors listed on the poster. Failure to provide an appropriate cover letter will result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

Education

Post-secondary education in a technical, engineering or scientific discipline related to the position.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Extensive experience with the safe operation, maintenance/verification/repair and/or installation of a suite of Semiconductor or Photonic device manufacturing equipment in any of the following technologies: CVD, MOCVD, ETCH, Metrology or Photolithography.
• Significant experience in a technical support role associated with a fast paced semiconductor research or manufacturing in a cleanroom environment.
• Significant experience with project management related activities.
• Significant experience in hazardous gas or chemical handling.
• Significant experience documenting, writing procedures, analyzing data utilizing Microsoft Office Suites and CAD software.
• Basic first aid and emergency response training or experience would be considered an asset.

Condition of Employment

• Reliability Status
• Shift work may be required.
• Must qualify to work in a Controlled Goods Zone. Training will be provided.

Language Requirements

English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

• Solid Knowledge of safe practices for working with chemicals, compressed gases, liquid nitrogen, and electrical, mechanical, and vacuum systems.
• Solid Knowledge of best practices for Preventive Maintenance of manufacturing or facilities support equipment.
• Solid Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety regulations required to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment within the laboratory environment and its affiliated office space.
• Solid Knowledge of instrumentation and electronics diagnosis/repair.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical direction from a variety of sources including engineering drawings, facility interface documentation, data acquisition systems, Installation/repair manuals, industry standards and standardized procedures.
• Ability to install, repair and pro-actively maintain complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to design and build or modify complex electro-mechanical equipment to official standards and best practices.

Behavioural Competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profiles: Research Technician/Technologist; Technology Support

Relocation

Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC’s directives.

Compensation

From $73,744 to $94,839 per annum.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, pension and insurance plans, vacation and other leave entitlements.

Notes

• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.